URGENCY: Clemson Tigers Encouraged to TARGET Sam Leavitt, STRENGTHEN QB Room After Cade Klubnik

Clemson Tigers fans face a pivotal offseason as the quarterback room raises new questions—should Dabo Swinney turn to the transfer portal? Morgan Thomas argues that with Cade Klubnik’s departure and no proven starter among Christopher Vizzina, Chris Denson, or incoming freshman Tate Reynolds, the Tigers urgently need a portal upgrade—highlighting Sam Leavitt as a prime target to anchor Clemson’s offense in 2026.The show also tackles sizzling fan debates over staff changes, including Mickey Conn, C.J. Spiller, and Tyler Grisham, while unpacking deeper issues with Clemson’s once-elite recruiting model in the NIL era. Can Clemson’s traditional selective offers keep up amid changing market dynamics and missed opportunities for star talent? Morgan Thomas breaks down what’s working, what’s not, and what Clemson must do to reclaim its ACC dominance as the Pinstripe Bowl looms.00:00 Clemson's QB Transfer Debate05:14 "Dabo's Approach to Freshmen QBs"08:15 Transfer Portal & Recruiting Strategy12:48 Mickey Khan's Struggles in Secondary15:23 Clemson's Secondary Depth Issues18:00 Portal Neglect Hurts Clemson Coaches24:05 Clemson's Recruiting Model Examined27:21 Recruiting Strategy Challenges Explained28:42 Recruiting Adjustments for Clemson32:45 "Join Locked On Exclusives"Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Omaha SteaksSave big on unforgettable gifts with Omaha Steaks. Visit https://OmahaSteaks.com for 50% off site-wide and an extra 20% off select favorites during their Cyber Sale.And for an additional $35 off, use promo code COLLEGE at checkout. RugietIf you’ve been thinking about taking the next step, now’s the time.Head to https://Rugiet.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get 15% off your order for a limited time.Rugiet Ready. Feel present. Feel confident. Feel ready. Aura FramesFor a limited time, save on the perfect gift by visiting https://AuraFrames.com to get $35 off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames - named #1 by Wirecutter - by using promo code COLLEGE at checkout.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.